Sa 13 S.R.

SUWANNE RIVER· Hamilton, Florida· Built 2000· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Sa 13 S.R. is classified as low hazard in Florida. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is tailings.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 61.4% in FL)
Dam Length18,868 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage14.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage10.0K acre-ft
Surface Area636 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge220 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDFL10001

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 23, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: FDEP

Ownership

PCS PHOSPHATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sa 13 S.R.?

Sa 13 S.R. is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Sa 13 S.R.?

Sa 13 S.R. is owned by PCS PHOSPHATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sa 13 S.R. built?

Sa 13 S.R. was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Sa 13 S.R.?

Sa 13 S.R. serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sa 13 S.R.?

Sa 13 S.R. has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Sa 13 S.R. last inspected?

Sa 13 S.R. was last inspected on December 23, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.